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Lavoro Care; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible shifts

Training & career development

Friendly recruitment team

Job summary

Lavoro Care is seeking a Children’s Residential Support Worker to help young people in outdoor residential and activity settings across Wales. You’ll support daily routines, wellbeing, and personal development while modelling calm, respectful behaviour.

Applicants should have at least 6 months’ UK experience in children's residential care, a positive, energetic attitude, and a full UK driving licence. Enhanced DBS is required and flexible shifts may include evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.

Qualifications

• 6 months' UK experience in Children's Residential Care.
• Experience supporting children with EBD and challenging behaviours.
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (essential).
• Enhanced DBS check required (Portable DBS certificates are welcomed)
• Right to work in the UK
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins where required.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children and young people in outdoor residential settings
• Encouraging participation in adventure and activity-based programmes
• Building trusting relationships and being a positive role model
• Supporting daily routines, wellbeing, and personal development
• Managing challenging behaviours with patience, understanding, and professionalism
• Working alongside a dedicated team to provide a safe, fun, and nurturing environment

Skills

UK residential care experience

Positive attitude

Outdoor enthusiasm

Job description

Adventure Awaits – Make a Difference Outdoors!

Children's Residential Support Worker – Outdoor & Activity Centres

Love the great outdoors? Passionate about making a positive impact on young lives?

We're looking for enthusiastic, resilient, and caring Children's Residential Support Workers to join our team in outdoor residential and activity centre settings, supporting children and young people with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and challenging behaviours.

No two days are the same! From woodland walks and campfires to climbing walls, team-building challenges, and outdoor adventures, you'll be helping young people develop confidence, resilience, and life skills while creating unforgettable experiences.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Supporting children and young people in outdoor residential settings
• Encouraging participation in adventure and activity-based programmes
• Building trusting relationships and being a positive role model
• Supporting daily routines, wellbeing, and personal development
• Managing challenging behaviours with patience, understanding, and professionalism
• Working alongside a dedicated team to provide a safe, fun, and nurturing environment

What We're Looking For:

• A minimum of 6 months' UK experience working in Children's Residential Care
• Experience supporting children with EBD and challenging behaviours
• A positive, energetic, and resilient attitude
• A passion for the outdoors and encouraging young people to try new experiences
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (essential)

Requirements:

• Enhanced DBS check required (Portable DBS certificates are welcomed)
• Right to work in the UK
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins where required

Why Join Us?

• Competitive rates of pay
• Flexible shifts to suit your availability
• Work in exciting outdoor and adventure-based environments
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Friendly, supportive recruitment and management team
• The chance to inspire, encourage, and make a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people

Every adventure has the power to change a life.

If you're ready to swap the ordinary for the extraordinary while making a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

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